Not Your Grandma‘s Cancer Show

Ummm....where was I? Brain fog after cancer and cancer treatment

A huge percentage of people who have cancer and cancer treatment experience 'cancer-related cognitive impairment' - aka 'chemo brain' or 'brain fog'. In this episode, we chat to occupational therapist Tamsin Longley and research nurse Sarah Stapleton from the Royal Marsden in London, two women on a mission to help people affected by brain fog. 

Creativity, cancer, and relearning how to live

Dominic Walker is a filmmaker storyteller and in this episode, he shares his story of diagnosis and treatment for Grade 4 glioblastoma, as well as how he's (re) learning to live with his diagnosis. This podcast features Dominic's storytelling project which combines spoken word with music and soundscapes, as well as an interview afterwards with podcast host Tatum.
You can hear more of Dominic's work at https://www.purpleear.co.uk or contact him at dominicwalker12@outlook.com. Sound design credit to Caleb Watson.

Cancer souvenirs: the long-term impact of cancer and cancer treatment

In this episode, Tatum talks to Barbara and Rime about the long-term impact of cancer and cancer treatment - those "cancer souvenirs" that we often get left with but very often don't talk about. Barbara discusses her tongue cancer diagnosis and treatment, while Rime chats through her experience of breast cancer in her 30s. 

Cancer and Friendships

In this episode, Tatum talks to Neil and Elinor about friendships and cancer: how cancer impacts our friendships and how relationships might change through a diagnosis and treatment. 

Cancer Scams and Scammers

In this episode members of the Shine team talk about cancer scammers and scams - those people who fake cancer and offer up fake cancer cures - and how they affect us all. And hey, we even cover Belle Gibson so if you're watching Apple Cider Vinegar, have a listen. 

Weight and nutrition after cancer

In this episode, Tatum talks about weight (gaining it and losing it!) and how we can eat well with an eye on nourishing ourselves. Guests include Shine member Jemil, fitness coach (and cancer patient) Sarah Newman and registered dietician Victoria Deprez.

Scanxiety

Tatum interviews Ceinwen, a founding Director of Shine, and then talks about “scanxiety” with Christopher and Meera, two young adults living with cancer.

Sex and cancer

Tatum welcomes Dr Isabel White, a Psychosexual Therapist and Oncology Nurse to discuss common issues faced by men and women during and after cancer treatment and answer your questions.

Coping with anxiety, stress and PTSD after cancer

Tatum talks to three young adults that have all faced a diagnosis of cancer and then coped with symptoms of anxiety, stress or PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). Richard, Greig and Natalie discuss their experiences and talk about ways of coping.

Travel, insurance and cancer

Tatum interviews Fiona, Shine member and founder of InsuranceWith, a specialist travel insurer for people with pre-existing conditions. She also talks to Kate about travelling after cancer treatment.